How to Control File and Link Visibility

Controlling file and link visibility ensures that your content is only accessible to the people you choose. OwlCloudHost gives you full control over who can view, download, import, or access your files through public links, private links, and direct permissions. You can update or revoke access at any time.

🔗 Types of Visibility on OwlCloudHost

Files and folders can be shared in three main ways, each offering different levels of privacy:

• Private — Only you can access the file.

• Direct Access — Specific people you choose can access the file.

• Public Link — Anyone with the link can access the file, depending on the permissions you set.

These options allow you to choose the exact level of visibility you want.

🛠️ How to Manage Visibility Settings

You can adjust visibility for any file or folder.

Steps:

1. Open the file or folder menu

2. Select Share

3. Choose your visibility option

4. Adjust permissions (view, download, import)

5. Save your changes

You can modify or revoke access at any time.

👁️ Private Files

All files are private by default.
Only you can:

• View

• Download

• Manage

• Delete

Nothing is shared unless you explicitly choose to share it.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Direct Access Permissions

Direct access allows you to share a file with specific people.

You can set:

• View only — They can see the file but cannot download or import it.

• View + Download — They can save a copy to their device.

• View + Download + Import — They can add the file to their own OwlCloudHost account.

You can remove someone’s access at any time.

🌐 Public Links

Public links allow anyone with the link to access your file. You control what they can do.

You can set:

• View only

• View + Download

• View + Download + Import

• Expiration dates

• Password protection (if enabled on your plan)

Public links can be turned off instantly, making the file private again.

🧹 How to Revoke Access

You can remove access for individuals or disable a public link completely.

Steps:

1. Open Share

2. Review the list of people or links

3. Remove the person or disable the link

4. Save your changes

Once revoked, access is immediately blocked.

🛡️ How OwlCloudHost Protects Your Shared Content

Shared content is protected through:

• Encrypted file delivery

• Secure link generation

• Permission-based access

• Automatic blocking of suspicious link activity

• Real-time access logs for shared items

You always remain in control of your content.

🧭 Why Visibility Controls Matter

Managing visibility helps you:

• Keep private files truly private

• Share safely with clients, friends, or collaborators

• Prevent unauthorized downloads

• Control how long a link stays active

• Maintain full ownership of your content

Visibility settings give you the flexibility to share confidently and securely.